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The "phosphorus" question
Somebody just asked me a question that I had a hard time answering, so this is more or less their question which I am repeating.
When it comes to gardening, plants need phosphorus (P). And they asked if it was bad since there are products (say…
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how different manures perform in a garden
I was just thinking, how do different manures from animals perform in a garden? Since each animal has different digestive systems and different meals I would think the manure is very different, say comparing a chicken to a cow.
So the question, how…
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A seedling with three (instead of two) cotyledons
I started 44-cell tray of Echinacea angustifolia several weeks ago. I noticed the other day that a seedling in one of cells has three cotyledons:
Is that normal?
This is a cell with two "normal" seedlings:
Note: You probably noticed that root and…
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Why are the tops of my Brussels Sprouts turning purple?
What does it mean when the tops of the Brussels Sprouts start to turn purple?
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When should I transfer from pod to pot or ground?
Since the pre-sprouted plant season is in full bloom, what is a good indicator of the time to transfer a pre-sprouted plant? For instance I have a mexi-bell pepper in a plastic pod and two basil sprouts. The pepper is about 8" and seems primed to be…
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What can I grow in a very damp, shaded part of the garden?
I have a small flower bed which is in a very shaded corner. It never gets any direct sunlight, and tends to be very damp (although it's well-drained - but the water never evaporates).
I'd like to be able to grow something in it - can anyone suggest…
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Can rhododendrons be cut back?
I have a situation where a row of rhododendrons in front of the house is overgrown and getting large. I was told by someone else that they need to be removed and replaced with smaller rhododendrons. Is that true, or can they be cut back?
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Rabbits ate the blueberry shrubs I planted right down to the ground. Will the shrubs grow back?
I made the mistake of not setting up chicken wire and the rabbits ate these 24" bushes I just planted. All that remains are 1-2 little twigs, stripped of all the branches and leaves.
Will these plants grow back in spring?
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What ground cover would be best for my old stone driveway?
I have a steep driveway that isn't very practical for parking in, but looks pretty nice. It is "paved" with bricks and large marble slabs, with dirt in between the stones. Although this looks pretty nice and rustic in the winter/spring, but it…
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Is there an optimum time to mow the lawn?
I am looking to buy a robot lawn mower for my newly laid lawn. These mowers are designed to make small cuts but to be used often. This I understand to be beneficial. They are capable of being operated on a schedule, mowing every day in the…
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What are the best soil amendments for container grown blueberries?
What are the best soil amendments for blueberries grown in containers? What's the best mulch? Last year I used chopped leaves from a friend's landscaping job that is no longer around. I also remember hearing about adding coffee grounds to the…
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Do dead bamboo limbs run the risk of seeding a garden bed?
I have these three bags, along with two more waiting for curbside pickup of yard waste to start back up. I am also about to dig a garden bed for a bunch of pepper plants. Although I don't anticipate that the varieties will bear too many rodent…
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What is the difference between a melon and a squash?
When looking at either the fruit, or the plant of either, is there a specific characteristic, or set thereof, of either group that distinguishes one from the other?
I am curious as to the classification of watermelon. I saw a listing of them with…
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Safe to use Chicken Manure in my compost?
I was talking to someone about adding chicken manure to my compost and they said that I shouldn't do it because it's dangerous. I had assumed that as long as I let is compost for 6 months to a year everything would be ok.
Who is right here?
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Can you have a shade-loving plant under full sun?
While looking for information about caring for Monstera deliciosa, I've sometimes read that they prefer shade. It seems this is the case for other plants as well, but I find it puzzling and I haven't found any explanation for it. Why would a plant…
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